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Hello all, I am so happy to have found this forum. I have been lurking around for a couple of days and cannot believe how awesome this place is. Bottom line, I believe I have decided to make changes before it was too late. I have started and stopped with alcohol use for a number of years. Fortunately I was never a "daily" drinker, but when I did drink, it was always like my first month in college. For Christmas, I bought my self a nice defense lawyer for my DUI last Thursday. I was at the infamous company holiday party, and well, should have called for a ride home. I was only a few points over the limit, but over is over and now I am facing a suspension and costs which I was not prepared for. If I do not stop now, I am going to lose my job, my wife, my home, and possibly my life. I am excited to be here and look forward to lending a hand to other members as well. Merry Christmas everyone!!
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Hi and Big Welcome!
I'm so glad you decided to post.
It sounds like you have gotten the wake-up call that you needed. I'm glad no one was hurt and that hopefully you can move forward now, with recovery.
I'm so glad you decided to post.
It sounds like you have gotten the wake-up call that you needed. I'm glad no one was hurt and that hopefully you can move forward now, with recovery.
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Thanks for the hellos. I made it through Christmas with not a drop of booze. I had a lot of people who are not familiar with my issues trying to shove it my face, but I held strong. It was tougher than I thought it would be, but I feel good knowing that I will not wake up tomorrow with a hangover. I also worked out yesterday. That felt great. This is going to be a long road, but keeping a positive mind is so important.
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The way you think is key I also believe. "Change your thoughts and change your life" is a book I'm in the midst of. Very powerful. Congratulations on making it through the day sober. May this be but one of many, many sober days for you. 
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I got some housework done today!! I started a master bath about 1 year ago and it is only half done. I used to work on it on the weekends, but lately, I have been too tired from drinking the night before. I made some serious head way today and got some good exercise as well. Feels good to be back in a reality of accomplishment. Just need to keep pushing forward and enjoy the rewards!!
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